HE WAS LONG AND LEAN AND WORE A STAR

And to Melinda Morrow's triplets, he was a wonderful pal. But to Melinda herself, well that was a different story! Sure, deputy sheriff Carl Cutler's calm strength made her feel safe--but it also made her remember she was a woman. Something she swore she never wanted to feel again.

Carl, on the other hand, very much enjoyed making Melinda shiver! He loved spending time with Melinda and her kids--and then going home. Until this dyed-in-the-wool bachelor began making excuses to hang around the rambunctious tots--and their lovely mother. And suddenly marriage wasn't the scariest thought he'd ever had....